Winter is the season of comfort and joy, and The Walnut Grove B&B is the perfect destination to reconnect and warm up with your favourite people. Whether you are travelling a few hours away or making it a staycation, planning a friends’ getaway or a romantic escape, The Walnut Grove B&B and surrounding area offers a selection of unforgettable experiences for you to enjoy.
Cozy up by the Fire
The Walnut Grove B&B has many locations on the property to enjoy the roar and warmth of the fire on those wintery days. After exploring the 10-acred treed property with a walk or snowshoe through the woods, choose a spot to warm up by the fire. Owners, Bob and Leslie, are happy to get the fire stoked and waiting for you. Sit by the outdoor fire table and enjoy some mulled wine from local Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, or roast s’mores at the outdoor firepit. If you’re looking to get cozy inside, the Winter Warm-Up Package is a perfect addition which includes your choice of a bottle of local wine or a 6-pack of local beers, charcuterie board, walnut tarts, and popcorn. Grab a boardgame and head to the chalet for that added winter vibe.
Warm up with some Wine
Located in the Lake Erie North Shore wine region, The Walnut Grove B&B has 13 great wineries nearby. Your host, Leslie, is also a sommelier and assistant winemaker at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery. Be sure to pick her brain and use her expertise before exploring and tasting the wines of the area.
If you’re celebrating a winter anniversary or wanting to get away for Valentines Day, the Romance Package add-on enhances your evening at The Walnut Grove B&B with an intimate in-room experience including chocolate truffles, flowers, local wine and scented lavender products. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast in the morning, before browsing the fantastic shops in the nearby towns, visiting the nearby wineries or exploring the outdoors.
Winter Birding
Point Peelee National Park is a magical place to visit in the winter months. Brave the cold to experience the unforgettable and breathtaking winter landscapes including the Lake Erie shoreline. Feel like you’re in a winter wonderland as you hike through forests and frozen marshes. Point Peelee is also known for its wildlife, especially birds. While many birds have migrated south for the winter, there are still lots that make Point Peelee their winter home. If you don’t feel like leaving the B&B property during your stay, go for walk through the woods for a chance to see the Blue Buntings that overwinter at The Walnut Grove B&B.
You won’t find a package sweeter than this. Only available during the sugar bush season, February and March, you will get the opportunity to learn about the sugaring process, from collecting and boiling the sap into maple and walnut syrup. The Let’s Get Sticky signature experience also includes a 3-course chef dinner for two, a catered lunch by Green Heart Kitchen, and a gourmet breakfast in the morning to start your day.
The holiday season is such a busy time already, why not plan a New Year’s Eve inspired celebration during the quieter winter months with this fun package. Book a room or the entire B&B for your group of friends and curate the perfect party just for you by choosing from 3 of 6 premium items.
Ontario’s Southwest Food Scene
This region has an amazing selection of restaurants to try. Taste your way through the Windsor Essex/ Peelee Island area and enjoy the delicious dishes created with locally produced ingredients by talented chefs. It’s easy to get lost in this tasty food scene.
There’s something magical about a winter getaway. The area is quieter, and you will enjoy a more intimate experience at the places you visit. Make The Walnut Grove B&B your destination accommodation to help you warm up to winter. Book your stay today!